I am a pretty obsessive shutterbug. As a photographer, I have a special kind of love for freezing moments in time, and you will rarely find me without my camera on any given day. I frequently fill up memory cards, and I have an ever-growing stash of external drives to store all my image files and…
One Month Of Jenny Craig
Thank you Jenny Craig for sponsoring this post. — Get serious about losing weight with Jenny Craig! I have been on the Jenny Craig program for just shy of a month now, and I wanted to give a little update for those who might be following along. First, it has been a lot easier than…
Smart Choices for Easy Wellness
Being a mom is a lot of work, y’all. I have always led a pretty active lifestyle, and I thought that after kids that I could just continue pushing myself in addition to the daily mom thing and it wouldn’t be an issue. After the first kid it was relatively easy and I still kept up…
Getting Real: I need to lose weight
Thank you Jenny Craig for sponsoring this post. — Get serious about losing weight with Jenny Craig! Ladies and gentlemen, I’m about to get real for a minute. Weight control after 30 is hard. No idea why, but there it is. I’ve never really had issues with my weight before, and even though I didn’t…
One Pot Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #BarillaPronto #OnePanPronto #CollectiveBias This easy, delicious one pot butternut squash mac & cheese is ready in under 20 minutes! Great for the whole family, and the kids won’t even know they are eating sneaky veggies! When it comes…
Christmas Scents and Peppermint Bark
Scent has always played a big role in the holidays for me. Growing up, they were always filled with smells of pine, gingerbread, peppermint, and warm apple cider. My grandmother had a family party every December since I can remember, and every time I walked in I was greeted with the smell of fresh cut Christmas trees. For…
DreamWorks Trolls Gift Ideas + Easy Pinecone Art
Sponsored post by Mirum. All opinions are my own. When I was little, going to the movies was a big deal to me. Each time felt like a special occasion, and I loved drinking in the excitement of it all! To this day, I still remember my very first movie experience as an amazing event in…
Easy Tips For Going Veggie, One Step At A Time
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #MyWayToVeg #CollectiveBias I have been a vegetarian for over 12 years. I started it in my early twenties, and while that first year was filled with all kinds of trial and error, I eventually found my footing and learned…
Indoor Activities for When It’s Cold Outside
This post is sponsored by The Carpet and Rug Institute. All opinions are my own. It’s no secret that my family loves spending time outdoors. Our backyard is one of my favorite places to be, and we are forever finding new and exciting adventures to have under the sun. But, having two small children with asthma and seasonal…
The Importance of Knowing Your Pet
Thank you to Mars Veterinary for sponsoring this post. I am a dog person. I always have been, and I’ve always shared my life with them in one way or another. As a child I spent my days with my “best friend” by my side, and as an adult I have done the same. When I…
